A truly Medieval New Year

December 26, 2008|By Janine Schaults

Certainly, a DJ and balloon drop failed to make the cut on New Year's Eve festivities in the Middle Ages, but the folks over at Medieval Times never promised to wrap its New Year's Eve Extravaganza in authenticity. If that were truly the case, you'd have to visit a very chilly and breezy restroom. In addition to the regular two-hour tournament show and four-course feast, patrons will also enjoy pre-show snacks, a champagne toast at midnight with the aforementioned balloon drop and a late-night continental breakfast. Cheering on those knights is bound to work up a ferocious appetite. 9 p.m. Wednesday, Medieval Times, 2001 N. Roselle Rd., Schaumburg. $70.95, $35.95 for children 12 and under; 847-843-3900 or medievaltimes.com.